Title
Instruction to support the acquisition of mathematics and vocabulary for young English Language Learners with Developmental Disabilities
Document Type
Presentation
Publication Date
1-22-2015
Description
This session will present the preliminary findings from a research designed to determine the efficacy of a validated instructional routine on the mathematics and vocabulary acquisition of English language learners with developmental disabilities using word problems based on Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Learner Outcomes: • To learn several techniques on how to integrate vocabulary supports in mathematics instruction; • To learn components of an intervention package designed to increase math and vocabulary outcomes for students with ELL and DD; and • To understand how careful selection of vocabulary and sequencing of problems can help ELLs with DD attain a higher proficiency in English and mathematics.
Location
Clearwater, FL
Citation Information
van Dijk, Wilhelmina; and Mims, Pamela J.. 2015. Instruction to support the acquisition of mathematics and vocabulary for young English Language Learners with Developmental Disabilities. Poster presentation. 16th International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability & Developmental Disability, Clearwater, FL. http://daddcec.org/Portals/0/CEC/Autism_Disabilities/Conventions/2014/2015%20Conference%20Program%20Booklet.pdf